1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
